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<body><h2>Crisis Mapping and Data Science Specialist - Santa Barbara, CA 93117</h2>
<p><b>Direct Relief is looking for a Crisis Mapping and Data Science Specialist to join its Research and Analysis team. </b>This person will improve and augment Direct Relief’s mapping and analytics efforts for all manner of emergency response events. Specifically, support the extension of Facebook Disaster Maps products to public sector emergency management.
</p><p><b>Principal Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Functions):</b><br/>
1. GIS (web and desktop) for crisis response activities<br/>
2. Development and management of large databases for crisis response data<br/>
3. Statistical analysis of crisis response data<br/>
4. Development of reports and publications on crisis mapping analysis<br/>
5. Training of users and partners in crisis mapping applications<br/>
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<p><b>Secondary Duties and Responsibilities (as time allows):</b><br/>
6. Original research into spatial crisis dynamics<br/>
7. Support for communications on disaster preparedness, response and recovery<br/>
</p><div><b>Technical Requirements:</b><br/>
<ul><li>Experience with digital map production, preferably using the ArcGIS platform</li><li>Database design and management using SQL or equivalent technology</li><li>Statistical analysis using R, Stata, SPSS or related technologies</li></ul>
• Data science coding using Python or related languages•<br/>
<ul><li>Some experience with HTML / CSS is preferred but not necessary</li><li>Ability to create training materials and to host training events</li><li>Ability to write for both general public and specialist audiences</li><li>Ability to travel, including to disaster areas</li><li>Detail oriented with the ability to take initiative and work independently</li></ul>
</div><p><b>Education and Training:</b><br/>
A Master’s degree or equivalent work experience in geography, data science, statistics, public health or related fields. Experience with ArcGIS, Python, R, and SQL is preferred. Experience with crisis response, either in the US or internationally is preferred.<br/>
</p><p><b>Physical Requirements:</b><br/>
Ability to travel via automobile or airplane at a moment’s notice. Must pass (clear) toxicology screening.<br/>
</p><p></p><p><b>Direct Relief is pleased to offer its employees competitive salaries and generous medical, dental, vision, life, disability, retirement, housing, and wellness benefits.</b></p></body>
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